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A56761 Some observations made upon the Calumba wood, otherwise called Calumback: imported from the Indies shewing its admirable virtues in curing the gout, and easing all sorts of rhumatical pains. Written by a Doctor of Physick in the countrey, to the President of the Colledge of Physicians at London. Peachi, John, fl. 1683.; Pechey, John, 1655-1716, attributed name. 1694 (1694) Wing P931B; ESTC R204389 1,539 7

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